(KNZA)--A local judge is among 15 who have applied to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court.
According to the Kansas Courts, among the applicants is 22nd Judicial District Judge Laura Johnson-McNish, of Troy. Johnson-McNish previously served as magistrate judge in Doniphan County and as Marshall County Attorney.
She is among seven judges and eight lawyers seeking a spot on the court created by the upcoming retirement of Justice Evelyn Wilson. Wilson is retiring effective, July 4th, due to health issues.
The 8-member Kansas Supreme Court Nominating Commission will interview the 15 applicants on June 9th and 10th. The Nominating Commission will then select three to submit to the Governor, who will chose one nominee to appoint.
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